Beam Suntory Discussions

Hey 🐠, what are your recommendations of books, articles, or practice tips to improve communication, both verbal and written? Want to be stronger at running meetings, pitching ideas, writing (cont’d)

Looking for senior designers that knows shopper marketing. Please DM with books!

*works all weekend on perfecting pitch manifestos*

*deep exhale*

*feels prepared and looks forward to Monday morning reaction*

*gets feedback Monday morning*

*all manifestos are dead and they want all revised rewrites by mid day Monday*

*brain stops working*

I'm an introverted person, like to keep to myself, focus on work, spend the rest of my time on family, gym etc. I've been told that I need to work on my communication and client relationship building skills. any books I can read? I don't follow pop. culture anymore, no longer actively follow team sports (but sporty myself) as I consider it bread and circus for the masses and don't rly enjoy work drinks... Am I doomed? Personally I am happy and love the work but fear for my career progression.

Creative Director: “Craft and storytelling will always be fundamental in this industry.”

Same Creative Director: “So they flip the Yoplait Yogurt cup on Tiktok as a...challenge? Sure, why not if the kids are doing it. But what’s the hashtag?”

Anyone worked at the design agency CBX recently? How was it?

If I had a traditional IRA before being employed in a 401k eligible role, can / must I roll that IRA into the 401k or can I leave the accounts separate without deleterious tax consequences?

Heading to Barcelona for a long weekend with some friends Looking for recommendations - food (markets), (rooftop) bars, beaches, clubs.

Am I the only person who has been super disgusted to Fishbowl’s response to the Meta layoffs? I’ve been laid off twice in my career but I’m not mad at 11000 people who no longer have jobs just cause they got decent severance while I got a week on my way out. Facebook is hot garbage but I’m pretty sure 0 out of the 11000 were making those decisions. So why are you upset about it? Urgh. Y’all are weird.

Any good books/reads to learn aspects of Account Management / Engagement Management in context of tech consulting?

What do you do to fight burnout? Got a raise yesterday and will get another in September, for dealing with a lot of stuff, but I can't shake the burnout.

I was recently at a firm who had a few PhDs working there. They each had PhD on their business cards. It felt a bit tacky, but it could be just signaling to their clients. Thoughts?

Another salesman told a client their ad campaign would be ready next week. Today our supervisor told me to help him, but he has hardly even started the work. Is there any way for me to point this out without feeling like a jerk

My office chair stinks even though I wash it with carpet cleaner every few weeks. Fellow 24/7 WFH workers, how do you keep your office chair clean?

What is your agency’s maternity or paternity leave policy?

Anyone at Capital One willing to chat and refer me? Dallas office!

Anyone have any recommendations for home office ergonomic desk chairs?

I’m planning to buy the study materials for the SHRM-CP certificate through Amazon. What are the best ones to obtain?

I was thinking to go for MBA program provided by EY at hult

What time do we get salary? Ab tak aaya nahi. ICICI ka account diya hua hai

If you have been given an official review and were told you’re on track to become partner, how did that play out for you? Really interested in individual stories.

Assuming I’m justified in thinking I deserve a higher bonus/salary, who should I talk to about potential raises (HR, management, etc.)? Should I say that I’m considering other options? (Details below)

Hi all! I got rejected from JPMorgan for their Global Finance and Business Management program (through my resume, couldn’t make it to interview). However, I’d reached out to recruiters and am meeting with one in a couple of days! Do I have a shot at turning this around? Or will it not matter once she learns I was rejected. Thanks!

Seeking input on entry-level salaries for grant writers! Please share with your location if you’re comfortable. TIA!

YOE: 5Y
Current fixed package: 11LPA (Consultant)
Offered Fixed Package: 16-17LPA (Consultant)
Is it good to go or offered package is comparatively less. Kindly suggest.

How much can we ask as a counter offer in Jio for Deputy Manager in a software developer role ?

Counter offer 18LPA

Looking for information on strategic planning. Looking for possible change but want to hear from current folks. Thoughts, ideas, pitfalls…

Hi Folks,
I am looking for referral opportunity at SAP LABS India for Developer Associate role.
Please let me know if any is available. @

Hi everyone,
Does anyone know what will be salary day if I fail to submit my bank details before 28th.
It is before Jan 15th. But can anyone be specific.
I have to plan to pay my bills.

Hi sharks
is it OK to negotiate if you agreed upon an offer and number seems low when you see in offer letter . would the company/manager can block you if they feel like you are playing because you show interest and negotiating multiple times?

Currently working at CNA and have noticed that people that come into the company are making more than people that have been here for years. Is this common ? Also what is the average starting salary for an APD adjuster ?

Hello Fishes,

Is there any opening for SAP HANA Modeling and Development for a 3+ years experienced professional?

I see some tweets started stating #GreatResignation will lead to #GreatLayoff. I am aware that skill plays a vital role and up skilling saves. Still what would be the worse impact these trend can cause in near future. Would like to get some views from Fishes.

Equity research associate considering to pivot into IBD. Is this a wise choice? Heard ER is an exit for some of the IB folks out there.